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Instrumentation Engineer
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A highly innovative, deep-tech engineering business at the forefront of advanced measurement systems is seeking an Instrument Engineer to support the development of its next-generation technology. Backed by leading industrial partners across the aerospace and clean energy sectors, the company offers a collaborative environment focused on cutting-edge product development and continuous innovation.
Your New Role
Responsibilities
As an Instrument Engineer, you will play a key role in supporting the development and build of complex measurement systems. This is a hands-on position offering exposure across hardware integration, system testing, and early-stage production. Key responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the design, build, and integration of hardware systems, including sensors and electronic components
- Assisting with mechanical design work using CAD tools
- Setting up and running test rigs to evaluate system performance
- Troubleshooting technical issues and analysing test data to drive improvements
- Supporting early production builds and liaising with external suppliers
- Contributing to documentation of engineering designs, processes, and test procedures
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams including software engineers and physicists
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What You'll Need To Succeed
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A degree in Mechanical, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Physics, Mechatronics or a similar discipline
- Some hands-on engineering experience (e.g. internships, placements, academic projects)
- A strong interest in hardware systems, testing, and engineering problem-solving
Desirable (not Essential)
- Experience using CAD software
- Basic programming knowledge (e.g. Python, MATLAB)
- Interest in measurement systems, sensors, or robotics
You will be naturally curious, practical in your approach, and comfortable working both independently and as part of a team.
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What You'll Get In Return
- The opportunity to work on cutting-edge engineering technology
- A varied, hands-on role with real responsibility from day one
- Exposure to high-profile industries such as aerospace and energy
- A supportive and collaborative engineering environment
- Opportunities for professional growth within a scaling technology business
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